User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 Overview
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Summary of AudioBox USB Hardware Features
- 1.3 Summary of Studio One Artist Software Features
- 1.4 What is in the Box
- 2 Hook-up
- 2.1 Front-Panel Connections and Controls
- 2.2 Rear-Panel Connections
- 2.3 Connection Diagram
- 3 Connecting to a Computer
- 3.1 Installation for Windows
- 3.1.1 Universal Control (Windows)
- 3.2 Installation for Mac OS X
- 3.3 Using the AudioBox USB96 with Popular Audio Applications
- 4 Studio One Artist Quick Start
- 4.1 Installation and Authorization
- 4.2 Setting Up Studio One
- 4.2.1 Configuring Audio Devices
- 4.2.2 Configuring MIDI Devices
- 4.3 Creating a New Song
- 4.3.1 Configuring Your Audio I/O
- 4.3.2 Creating Audio and Instrument Tracks
- 4.3.3 Recording an Audio Track
- 4.3.4 Adding Virtual Instruments and Effects
- 5 Technical Information
- 5.1 Specifications
- 6 Warranty Information
- 7.1 How Consumer Law Relates To This Warranty
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1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
AudioBox USB®96
Owner’s Manual
1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the PreSonus AudioBox USB®96. PreSonus Audio
Electronics has designed the AudioBox USB96 utilizing high-grade components to
ensure optimum performance that will last a lifetime. Loaded with 2 high-headroom,
Class A microphone preamplifiers; professional 24-bit 96 kHz converters; a built-in 2x2
USB 2.0 recording and playback engine; MIDI I/O; and more, AudioBox USB96 breaks
new boundaries for music performance and production. All you need is a computer
with a USB connection, a few microphones and cables, powered speakers, and your
instruments, and you are ready to record in the studio or in front of a live audience!
We encourage you to contact us with questions or comments regarding this product.
PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement, and
we value your suggestions highly. We believe the best way to achieve our goal
of constant product improvement is by listening to the real experts: our valued
customers. We appreciate the support you have shown us through the purchase
of this product and are confident that you will enjoy your AudioBox USB96!
About This Manual: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize
yourself with the features, applications, and correct connection procedures
for your AudioBox USB96 before trying to connect it to your computer.
This will help you avoid problems during installation and setup.
Throughout this manual you will find Power User Tips that can quickly
make you an AudioBox USB96 expert. In addition to the Power User
Tips, you will find an assortment of audio tutorials at the back of
this manual. These tutorials cover everything from microphone
placement to equalizer and compression-setting suggestions.
1.2 Summary of AudioBox USB Hardware Features
• 24-bit/96 kHz sampling rate
• 2 Class A microphone preamplifiers
• 2 Instrument inputs
• MIDI I/O
• 2x2 USB 2.0 audio interface
• Headphone output
• Analog monitor mixing with playback/input mix control
• Rugged steel chassis
• Studio One™ Artist
• Compatible with all major audio applications
• macOS®- and Windows®-compatible
1.3 Summary of Studio One Artist Software Features
All PreSonus audio interfaces include PreSonus Studio One Artist recording
software, which comes with more than 4 GB of plug-ins, loops, and samples,
giving you everything you need for music recording and production.